Half a dozen VFL players earned AFL contracts via the Mid-Season Draft last year, with that number potentially beaten come next week's talent intake.
2023 saw six players selected also, while the year prior had five players drafted out of the VFL in what continues to be a steady trend for the state league.
The leading prospects coming out of the VFL this year could make up a large contingent of those picked in the 2025 Mid-Season Draft, with Richmond and Collingwood boasting some of the best names of the year to date.
Here are 10 of the leading Mid-Season Draft prospects out of the VFL for 2025...
4. Riley Mason (Collingwood)
The first-year Magpies forward has flourished in his debut VFL campaign, booting 17 goals in seven games this year.
Mason, a Seymour product, linked up with Collingwood's program this year and has quickly become a player of interest to AFL recruiters thanks to his damaging craft in the front third of Andy Otten's side.
The 195cm attacker booted four goals in his maiden match against Sydney in Round 1 before a five-goal haul the week after against Coburg. He kicked goals in his next four matches, including a four-goal display in a large win over the Northern Bullants.
Mason leads a strong crop of key forwards from the VFL, with former Magpies-listed tall Liam McMahon another name clubs will consider given his strong 18-month run with Carlton.
